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‘Lingua Franca’ Filmmaker Isabel Sandoval Signs With CAA

Variety and The News Trace mention Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to filmmaker Isabel Sandoval, who made history as the first trans woman of color to direct and star in a film screening in competition at the Venice Film Festival. View Article

February 17, 2021

In the Press: Praise

Media Law International Praises Frankfurt Kurnit 2021

Media Law International ranks Frankfurt Kurnit as “Tier 1” in its specialist guide of global leaders in media law for 2021. The guide praises Jeffrey A. Greenbaum and S. Gregory Boyd individually. View Article

February 14, 2021

In the Press: Praise

Frankfurt Kurnit in WTR 1000 2021

Frankfurt Kurnit is included in World Trademark Review 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals for 2021. WTR says, “Frankfurt Kurnit has a fine-grained understanding of the intricacies of complex brand-related matters in the media, entertainment and advertising space, and a well-developed prosecution, enforcement and licensing toolkit to keep companies – especially those whose business success depends on strong brands – in the best possible shape.” Read more.

February 13, 2021

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Melissa Benoist Launches Production Company, Signs Overall Deal With Warner Bros. Television

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Melissa Benoist. View Article

February 13, 2021

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‘Hala’ Filmmaker Minhal Baig Strikes Overall Deal with Amazon, Adapting Horror Short-Story Collection ‘Mouthful of Birds’

Deadline mentions Hayden Goldblatt and Lee Goldberg who negotiated the adaptation of “Mouthful of Birds” for Amazon Studios. View Article

February 12, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

Fantasy Theme Park Wants Taylor Swift to Split with Album Name

Business Insurance references Edward H. Rosenthal’s blog post about a Utah theme park’s trademark infringement lawsuit against Taylor Swift. View Article

February 12, 2021

In the Press

‘Watchmen’ Helmer Nicole Kassell Set To Direct ‘The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz’ For New Line

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Nicole Kassell. View Article

February 10, 2021

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Salma Hayek’s Ventanarosa Productions Sets First Project At HBO Max With Series Adaptation of ‘A Boob’s Life’; Cynthia Mort To Serve As Showrunner

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to author Leslie’s Lehr. View Article

February 7, 2021

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In the Press: Quoted

As Givenchy Campaign Stars Style Themselves, Questions of Authorship and Ownership Abound

The Fashion Law quotes Jeremy S. Goldman on authorship and copyright ownership of photos between models and photographers. View Article

February 7, 2021

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Sundance Animation ‘Cryptozoo’ Lands at Magnolia Pictures  

Screen Daily and The Wrap list Hayden Goldblatt as representation for the filmmakers of "Cryptozoo" in a distribution deal with Magnolia Pictures. View Article

February 3, 2021

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MACRO Television Studios Acquires Clint Coley’s ‘The World Series Of Spades’

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Clint Coley. View Article

February 2, 2021

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Claire Foy To Star In Adaptation Of Melissa Broder’s ‘The Pisces’; Gillian Robespierre Will Direct

Deadline mentions Victoria Cook as counsel to Anne Carey and Amy Nauiokas who will both produce the upcoming feature, “The Pisces.” View Article

January 27, 2021

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Ambush Marketing: A Global Legal Perspective

The Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA) has updated the guide, “Ambush Marketing: A Global Legal Perspective.” The guide summarizes the laws and other rules governing ambush marketing in 69 countries around the world, provides examples of ambush campaigns that have hit the headlines, and discusses recent enforcement actions. Christopher R. Chase assisted with the editing of the guide. View Article

January 26, 2021

In the Press: Praise

Los Angeles Business Journal: Minority Leaders of Influence

The Los Angeles Business Journal includes Larissa Calva Ruiz in the "Minority Leaders of Influence: Attorneys" list for 2021. View Article

January 25, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

Giuliani Hit with Another Disciplinary Complaint Over False Claims, Rhetoric

Reuters mentions Ronald C. Minkoff as counsel to Michael Miller, and 55 other attorneys, law professors and retired judges that filed an ethics complaint against Rudolph Giuliani. Mr. Minkoff said the complaint will be investigated by the attorney grievance committee of the New York First Judicial Department and that the proceedings are secret pending the court's final decision. View Article

January 22, 2021

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Bar Association Leaders Lead Latest Demand to Discipline Giuliani for Post-Election Conduct

The New York Law Journal mentions Ronald C. Minkoff as counsel that submitted the ethics complaint against Rudolph Giuliani on behalf of New York State Bar Association Past President Michael Miller. (Behind paywall) View Article

January 22, 2021

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In the Press: Quoted

Paul Hastings Boosts Entertainment Group as Industry Faces ‘Transformation’   

Reuters quotes Lisa E. Davis on the continued development of content during the pandemic. View Article

January 22, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

As Fashion Contemplates Reshoring, a Look at What “Made in USA” Means

The Fashion Law quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on the Federal Trade Commission’s enforcement of misleading “Made in the USA” claims. View Article

January 22, 2021

In the Press: Praise

Four Frankfurt Kurnit Attorneys Named to Southern California Super Lawyers List for 2021

The list includes: Super Lawyer Joseph R. Taylor. Tiffany Caterina, Daniel Goldberg and Scott Goldman are listed as “Rising Stars.”

January 21, 2021

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‘Miss Juneteenth’ Writer-Director Channing Godfrey Peoples Inks First-Look Deal With UCP

Deadline mentions Frankfurt Kurnit as counsel to Channing Godrey Peoples. View Article

January 12, 2021

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In the Press: Quoted

Sanctions Motion Against Lawyers Aligned with Trump Spotlights QAnon Conspiracy   

Reuters quotes Tyler Maulsby on the difficulty of potential disciplinary action against attorneys whose online posts were made in a personal capacity. View Article

January 6, 2021

In the Press: Quoted

The Regulatory Issues Madison Avenue May Face in 2021

The Wall Street Journal quotes Jeffrey A. Greenbaum on potential updates to the Federal Trade Commission’s guides in the new year. View Article

December 28, 2020

In the Press: Quoted

New York’s Approach to Legal Service Models Too Conservative, Critics Say

Law.com quotes Tyler Maulsby on the matter of alternative legal business structures in New York. View Article

December 24, 2020

In the Press: Praise

Diverse Representation: The Ten to Watch in 2021

Diverse Representation includes Marcie Cleary as one of their ten to watch in 2021. View Article

December 21, 2020

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In the Press: Quoted

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Strike Gold In Hollywood

Daily Beast quotes Lisa E. Davis on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent entertainment deals. View Article

December 21, 2020